September 6, 2015 - St. Peter Catholic Church

Catholic
Church
Pastor......................... Reverend Monsignor John M. Costello
Associate Pastor ................................Reverend Edward J. Voltz
Senior Priest in Residence ........................................................................................
..................................... Reverend Monsignor Gregory L. Schmidt
Deacons
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Deacon John Komotos
Deacon Richard Renard
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Deacon Joseph Sulze
(Retired)
PARISH STAFF
School Principal..................................................................... Dr. John Freitag
Coordinator of Adult
Faith Formation ................................................................................... Linda Doyle
Coordinator of Elementary
Faith Formation ...................................................... Janice M. Hartmann
Business Manager.................................................................. Kevin Stillman
Director of
Sacred Music …………………………………………………………Ryan Bolinger
St. Peter Mission Statement
Built on the rock of St. Peter, the Apostle of faith,
love and forgiveness, we are a Catholic parish
dedicated to live, witness and proclaim the good
news of Christ through worship, education and
loving service to each other and our community.
Visit us on the Internet at
www.stpeterkirkwood.org
or send your comments to:
[email protected]
YEAR OF GRATITUDE
Sacrament of Baptism
Please call the Rectory (966-8600) for details
regarding participation in the preparation program.
We encourage expectant parents to make
arrangements for the preparation program at least a
few months prior to the birth of their child.
“The root of joy is gratefulness. . .
It is not joy that makes us grateful;
Sacrament of Marriage
Please contact the rectory for details regarding
the preparation program. In accordance with
Archdiocesan policy, couples should contact a
member of the parish clergy at least six months
prior to their proposed wedding date.
It is gratitude that makes us joyful.”
-David Steindl-Rast
Please see www.stpeterkirkwood.org
to submit why you are grateful.
Holy Orders and Consecrated (Religious) Life
If interested, please call the parish rectory or the
Archdiocesan Office of Vocations at 792-6460
Sunday Mass Schedule
Saturday: 5:OOPM (Satisfies Sunday obligation)
Sunday: 7:30AM, 9:OOAM, 11:OOAM and 6:OOPM
Rectory/Parish Office
243 West Argonne Drive
Saint Louis, Missouri 63122
966-8600 (Phone)
966-5721 (Fax)
Weekday Mass Schedule
Monday - Friday: 6:45AM & 8:15AM
Saturday: 8:15AM
Saint Peter Elementary School
Pre-K thru Eighth Grade
215 North Clay
Saint Louis, Missouri 63122
821-0460
Holy Day Mass Schedule
Consult the bulletin for Mass times
http://www.stpeterkirkwood.org
Parish School of Religion
Jan Hartmann, 821-0460, ext. 4208
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Saturday: 3:45 to 4:45PM or by appointment
Religious Education Offices - Ursuline Hall
Offices of Faith Formation
Linda Doyle, 822-1347, ext. 3001
Eucharistic Adoration
Monday - Friday, 6:00AM to 10:00PM
St. Angela Merici Chapel in Ursuline Hall
adjacent to the Church building
For more information or to sign up for a weekly
Holy Hour of prayer contact
Kathy Fotouhi at 821-4347
Wedding Coordinator
Cathy Herrmann, 822-1347, ext. 3000
Pastoral Council
Mr. Geoff Daniels, Chairperson, 616-7700
Mr. Ken Boyd, Vice Chairperson, 913-6529
Mr. Paul Loida, Secretary, 825-1603
Finance Commission
Mr. Tim Fagan, Chairperson, 962-7737
Mr. Jack Herrmann, Vice-Chairperson, 966-3217
St. Vincent de Paul Society
314-289-6101 Ext. 2220 (Voice Mail)
Baptism
Baptisms are celebrated every Sunday of the month at 12:30PM.
Please call the Rectory (966-8600) for details regarding
participation in the preparation program. We encourage
expectant parents to make arrangements for the preparation
program at least a few months prior to the birth of their child.
Weekly Anointing and Prayer
After the 9:OOAM Mass each Sunday, we will celebrate
the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick, for anyone
who has the need to receive this sacrament. This is meant
to include such concerns as upcoming diagnostic tests,
limitations of aging, anxiety, depression, undue stress,
addiction, etc. for all ages.
Parish Center
821-6219
Bulletin Deadline!!
Articles intended for publication in the Bulletin must be
submitted to the rectory ([email protected])
by Monday, at 3:OOPM for the following Sunday’s
Bulletin. All announcements must be in writing with a
name and telephone number attached.
Please gather in the pews at the front of church
and the priest will be with you approximately
10 minutes after Mass is over.
Please remember St. Peter Catholic Church in your will.
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Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time
September 6, 2015
The Altar (Part 2)
The ambo is a place for the act of proclamation. By its form and
appearance it honors Christ present in the word, and hence evokes
reverence and attentiveness when the word is sung or spoken
from it. Here is the place for the proclamation of the scripture
readings, the leading of the singing of psalms, for preaching
God’s word and perhaps for leading prayers of intercession. All
other announcements and speeches are to be made elsewhere.
Have you ever noticed the priest kiss the altar at the beginning
and end of Mass? This graceful and reverential act highlights the
significance of the altar as a central symbol of our worship life.
Apart from the introduction of the use of the vernacular at Mass,
the change in the location of the altar – away from the back wall
of the church and into the midst of the assembly – is probably the
most obvious effect of the Second Vatican Council. This change
allowed people to gather more easily around the altar. It made
this great symbol more visible. Two related changes were also
mandated by the Council. In the pre-Vatican II liturgy, because
the priest alone performed most of the liturgical functions, a long
altar was needed so that the two readings could be proclaimed
from opposite ends of the altar while remaining separate from the
Eucharistic action, which took place in the center of the altar.
Such an elongated table is no longer necessary. Secondly,
because communion should be given from the sacrifice just
enacted on the altar, the tabernacle was removed from the main
altar. This maintains the integrity of both altar and tabernacle as
sites of Christ’s real presence in the church. We have grown in
our awareness of Christ’s presence in the gathered assembly, in
the proclamation of the word, in the person of the priest, and in
the Eucharistic elements of bread and wine that become the Body
and Blood of Christ. We have been less attentive to the symbolic
significance of the altar itself.
The ambo should be beautifully designed and carefully
proportioned to suit its function – not as a shrine for the
lectionary, but as a cradle for the word that embodies the story of
our salvation, the mystery of the word made flesh among us.
Ideally, the ambo would match in style and material the altar to
show the close connection between the liturgy of the word and the
liturgy of the Eucharist. Both our ambo and altar at St. Peter are
crafted from Indiana limestone and black onyx marble and match
in style and design.
The Chair…
The ancient Latin word cathedra, used to designate the chair of a
high-ranking civic official, was adopted by the early Christian
church to refer to the cathedra or chair of the bishop. It was from
the cathedra that the bishop presided at the liturgy and preached
on the scriptures. Other chairs (sedilia) for attending priests and
deacons were placed to the side. Later developments of church
architecture saw the cathedra of the bishop elevated on a podium
and more throne-like in design. As parishes developed in the
fourth century, a less ornate chair was used in the local church by
the priest. The presider’s or presidential chair soon became
superfluous as the priest stood at the altar for most of the
liturgical action.
The Rite of Dedication of an Altar (which most often takes place
during the dedication of the church in which the altar is located)
gives us a glimpse of the significance of this symbol. In that rite,
the altar is sprinkled with water, anointed with Chrism oil and
incensed by the bishop in a pattern much like our initiation rituals.
It is then clothed with an altar cloth and adorned with lighted
candles. These rituals leave no doubt that the altar is “the
midpoint between heaven and earth.” With the ancient images of
Abraham’s altar of sacrifice and the table of the Last Supper
firmly rooted in our tradition, we encircle our parish altar,
confident that God is present in our midst.
The liturgical reforms of Vatican Council II has sought to recover
the function of the chair of the presider. The material and design
of the chair should identify it as part of the particular place of
worship. Its style should speak of the ministry of presiding, not
of remoteness or prestige. Since we now have a fuller
understanding of Christ’s presence in the assembly of all the
faithful, the presider’s chair cannot signify privilege, but rather a
sense of leadership in prayer, as well as the dignity and service
that are inherent in Christian ministry.
Also traditionally, altars contain the relics of holy martyrs to
show our long-standing roots. The altars of the early Christians
were often the stones marking the graves of those who shed their
blood for the faith. In the pre-Vatican II liturgy, the relics of the
martyrs were imbedded in the altar itself and sealed on dedication
day. The new rite of an altar dedication places the relics of the
martyr underneath the altar. The altar at St. Peter contains relics
of the martyrs both within the altar itself and underneath the altar.
If you were ever wondering what that little box is underneath our
altar it is the reliquary case containing the relics of the saints.
Deacon Dave Osmack, formerly of our parish, crafted it for us
several years ago.
From this chair, the presider calls the people of God to prayer,
joins them in attentiveness to the word, keeps with them moments
of silence, leads them in petitions of forgiveness, invites them to
profess their faith, lifts up their intercessions for every need and
sends them forth with God’s blessing. And although rarely done
by anyone other than a bishop, the rubrics allow preaching from
the chair, too.
Thus, the altar, the ambo, and the chair are the three most
important liturgical furnishings in today’s Catholic sanctuary. It
is from these three that the liturgical rites are carried out and led.
It is good when they match in design and style to show their interconnection during the Holy Mass.
The Ambo…
The word ambo derives from the Greek verb anabainein (“to go
up”) and was the name given to the elevated platform from which
the scriptures were proclaimed in the large churches of the early
Middle Ages. In smaller churches of the time, the priest and
lector stood at the altar rail; only the bishop stood at the chair (the
cathedra or bishop’s chair) for proclaiming and preaching and
teaching. A later development saw elaborate, elevated pulpits
attached to church pillars for better visibility and audibility. The
liturgical reforms of the Second Vatican Council (1962 – 1965)
called for the location of the ambo to be a natural focal point for
the assembly during the liturgy of the word.
September has begun and soon Fall will be in the air and on
the trees. We are entering a beautiful time of the year in
Missouri. Enjoy God’s abundant beauty and bounty. Happy
Labor Day. Thank God for the privilege of work, for our
work builds up the Kingdom of God and is for the glory of
God. I’ll see you in church!
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Monsignor Jack
1-3-5
September 6, 2015
LABOR DAY
On Monday, September 7th, we will celebrate Labor Day. Start
the day, if possible, by attending 8:15AM Mass. This is a great
way to give thanks to God for all the gifts and talents that He has
bestowed on each of us. Whether we are actively employed,
searching for employment, or retired, we all have “work” that we
are called to do. As followers of Christ, we are called to a life of
service while continuing His mission here on earth.
St. Peter Parish Prayer
Lord, thank you for the rich history you have
bestowed on our family of St. Peter in Kirkwood.
Blessed by your grace, we ask that you be present
in our parish today. Guide us as we celebrate our
gifts through worship, education and loving service.
Holy Spirit, create within us a vision for the future that
we live, witness and proclaim the good news of Christ.
So, have a Happy and Blessed Labor Day!
Perhaps, reflect on these words from scripture:
And whatever you do, in word or in deed, do everything in the
name of the Lord Jesus Christ, giving thanks to God the Father
through him. (Colossians 3:17)
Amen
PLEASE NOTE . . . hypo allergenic incense will be used at
the 5:00pm, 9:00am, and 11:00am Masses.
1. Mass on Labor Day, Monday,
September 6, 2015 will be
celebrated at 8:15AM only.
MASS INTENTIONS
Monday, September 7, Labor Day
8:15AM
Maria Yanick
Tuesday, September 8
6:45AM
Edward Costigan, Sr.
8:15AM
Larry Etzkorn
Wednesday, September 9
6:45AM
Eugene Schmidt
8:15AM
Patricia Fete’
Thursday, September 10
6:45AM
Glenn Haley
8:15AM
Mary Fuegner
Friday, September 11
6:45AM
Marie
8:15AM
June O’Sullivan
Saturday, September 12
8:15AM
Maria Yanick
5:00 PM
Warren Schmidt
Sunday, September 13
7:30AM
David Charles
9:00AM
Evelyn Krone
11:00AM
People of St. Peter
6:00PM
Maria Bernardi
2. All parish offices will be
closed in observance of
Labor Day.
3. There will be no Eucharistic
Adoration on Labor Day.
EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS
Scheduled Eucharistic Minister - September 12/13
Note: Shut-in visitors are indicated in parentheses ( )
Interested in being a Eucharistic Minister?
Call Bob & Trish Martin 821-3303
Saturday, September 12
5:00PM: M. E. Dick, M. Bender, S. Imig, D. Imig,
D. Connell, K. Morgan, L. Schrock,
B. Hutcheson
Sunday, September 13
7:30AM: T. Booth, J. Booth, M. Elli, C. Herre, L. Flick,
J. Collins, F. Johnston, J. Sulze
9:00AM: L. Pfile, M. Raizman, R. Zoellner, J. Gau,
(R. Medley), (B. Banta), (D. Cantwell),
(S. Randall)
11:00AM:
Women’s ACTS Retreatants
6:00PM: T. Saputo, S. Allen, S. Jensen, G. Jensen,
M. Lorbert, K. Stillman, K. Wurtz, N. Wurtz
MASS SERVERS
Saturday, September 12
5:00PM
Alex Ehrlich, Lindsay Kocher, Ryan Kramer
Sunday, September 13
7:30AM
Annie O’Brien, Oscar Moran, Ben Thomas
9:00AM
11:00AM
6:00PM
LECTORS
Jack Martel, Sophia Bellon, Mackenzie Hull
Time
First Lector
Saturday, September 12
5:00PM
Paul Reilly
Kevin Sembrot, Colin Wagner, Eli Saadi
Grace Wojciechowski, Lucas Smith,
Michael Krausz
Sunday, September 13
7:30AM
Doug Caldwell
WELCOME VISITORS
We are happy you decided to worship with us today. Please
introduce yourself to Father following Mass in the Gathering
Area in the back of church. If you would like information about
registering as a new parish member please call Jamie & Jennifer
Moritz, 314-909-6756 or jenmoritz@gmailcom or contact the
parish office (966-8600) for a registration form.
The Welcoming Committee
Second Lector
Brian Wellinghoff
Maureen Wessels
9:00AM
Ken Mersmann
Randy Krone
11:00AM
Women’s ACTS
Women’s ACTS
6:00PM
Catherine Enslin
Melissa Rolfes
SCHOOL LITURGY SCHEDULE
September 9
September 16
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St. Peter Claver 8:15
St. Cornelius
8:15
K-8
K-8
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SAVE THE DATE
THE FRIENDS OF BIRTHRIGHT GALA
A NIGHT FOR LIFE
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2015
Dinner and dancing at Busch Stadium-now
that’s a winner! For more information,
please call Janine DiMarco at 314-660-1009
or Barb Finnegan at 314-740-1717.
All proceeds to benefit Birthright Counseling, St. Louis
CIRCLE OF CONCERN FOOD PANTRY . .
LIFE CHAIN DES PERES/KIRKWOOD
Des Peres/Kirkwood Life Chain will occur on Sunday, October 4,
from 2:00PM to 3:00PM at the intersection of Manchester and
Ballas Roads.
has an ongoing need for disposable diapers (especially size 3 and
up), wipes, diaper cream and formula. By collecting these baby
items monthly we can regularly help parents and babies in need.
Please drop off your donation on the front porch of Angela and
Randy Dalton, 328 W. Washington Avenue, 63122. Thank you.
Please join us for the 50 Plus
Anniversary Dinner!
When: September 16, 2015
Where: St. Peter Dining Hall
Time: Drinks and conversation starts at 6:00,
dinner at 6:30.
Cost: $15 per person
Please RSVP and send checks to Charlene Henke (see below
for mailing information)
Questions and Joining: Email Brenda Moore at
[email protected] or call 314-498-0333.
Dues are $10 year. When mailing checks please include your
name, address, phone numbers, and email address.
Send checks (payable to ‘50 Plus Club’) to Charlene Henke, 439
N. Geyer Road, Kirkwood, MO, 63122. Email Charlene at
[email protected] or call 966-4168.
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THE CORNERSTONE SCRIPTURE STUDY
Join The Cornerstone Catholic Scripture Study as we begin our
2015-2016 study of the beautifully written Gospel of Luke, often
referred to as "the Gospel of Prayer." This new study will begin
in September, 2015. Please join us at one of our seven locations.
St. Louis County locations: St. Monica, Tuesdays 9:30am11:30am; Annunziata, Thursdays 9:30am-11:15am; Mary Mother
of the Church, Wednesdays 9:30am-11:30am; Mary Queen of
Peace, Thursdays 7:00pm-8:45pm; and ROC at Our Lady of
Lourdes, Thursdays 7:00 pm- 8:45 pm. St. Charles county location: St. Cletus, Mondays 11:00am-1:00pm. Metro East location:
St. Clare of Assisi, Wednesdays 9:30-11:30am. For more information please call Sue Derdeyn at 314-821-4661 or visit our website www.thecornerstonescripturestudy.org.
September 6, 2015
LAST CALL FOR PSR ENROLLMENT 2015-16!
NEED CONFIRMATION?
(INCOMING 8TH GRADERS ONLY!)
Enrollment for 2015-16 is currently underway online for parish families. Please
access the enrollment site through this
link:
http://stpkirkwood.psrenroll.com/Home.aspx
For information contact Principal Jan Hartmann:
[email protected] or 314-821-0460 Ex. 4208
Confirmation preparation begins in early Fall of
2015 for Confirmation reception on Thursday,
May 5, 2016. If you are a St. Peter Parish 8 th grader
attending a private Catholic school, please contact Jan Hartmann,
Coordinator of Faith Formation, [email protected].
You will be added to the list of Confirmation candidates. Students attending St. Peter School and PSR will receive information
through their programs.
IT’S TIME TO REGISTER FOR
SUNDAY SCHOOL!
ST. PETER DASH 5K SPONSORSHIP OPPRTUNITIES
The St. Peter DASH is coming up (October 10, 2015 at 7:30 am)
and we are looking for sponsors. We are making it even bigger
with a new company, Big River Running.
Registration is open for St. Peter Sunday
School! Sunday School is a place for children ages 3 (by July 31, 2015) through Kindergarten to
sing, create, and make friends as they learn about our
church and Jesus’ great love for us while their parents attend 9 a.m. Mass. Classes begin September 27, 2015, and
run through the beginning of May. Registration is online
using the following link:
https://saintpeterkirkwood.weshareonline.org/ws/
opportunities/SundaySchool2015-2016RegistrationForm.
Please contact [email protected] or
[email protected] if your company would like more
information. Proceeds benefit the new playground coming late
summer.
Thank you for considering!
CYC BASKETBALL REGISTRATION
St. Peter CYC basketball registration will be open from September 15 through
October 15 on the Athletic Association website:
www.stpsports.com. CYC basketball is for boys and girls in
grades 3 through 8. Get your players signed up!
Welcome to Sunday School!
EIGHTH GRADE COTILLION 2015
Cotillion is a great opportunity for students to be exposed to
social situations and etiquette. Students also learn a variety of
basic dance steps from instructors from the beloved U Can Dance
Studio. Cotillion is open to incoming 8th grade students and is
coordinated with students from St. Gerard Parish. This program
has consistently been a sellout. Don’t miss out!!
If you have any questions about CYC basketball, please contact
either Paul Golomski or Pete Villhard at
[email protected].
It will be held Sunday evenings starting September 13th thru
October 25th, 7-8:45 p.m. at St. Gerard. The cost is $60 per
child. Current St. Peter and PSR students will receive information via email.
FOR ALL PARENTS:
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For questions, contact Ann O’Connell at 314-984-8134 or Anne
LaBarge at 314-966-4245.
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DE SMET JESUIT “SPARTAN FOR A DAY” VISITS THIS FALL!
Learn the Authoritative Style of Parenting which is linked
with the most successful child outcomes. Children parented this way are more likely to become cooperative, independent, self-reliant, socially accepted, and academically successful.
De Smet Jesuit is accepting reservations for our “Spartan-for-aday” visits, where you can “shadow” with one of our students
during a typical school day, attend classes, meet teachers,
coaches, enjoy a free lunch, and get a feel for the school.
Schedule a visit to by contacting Mrs. Anne Gibbons in the
Admissions Center at 314.567-3500, ext. 247 or email Anne at
[email protected].
Experience CBC for Yourself! CBC is now accepting appointments for the 8th Grade Junior Cadet Shadowing Program. Shadowing allows a young man the opportunity to experience a day at
CBC, while meeting current CBC students and teachers. This
program is by reservation only. Please contact Mrs. Melissa
Ryan at (314) 985-6095 or [email protected] to reserve your day
in CBC’s Junior Cadet Shadowing Program. Dates are filling up
fast!!
“Terrible” two’s wearing you out?
Tired of constant fighting?
Bracing for upcoming “homework battles” with
your tween?
Feeling discouraged?
Want more peace & joy & harmony in your home?
Foundations of Parenting Class (six sessions)
BEGINS: Sept. 21, 2015
Location: Art Room in St. Peter School
Mondays 7:00 - 8:30 pm
September 21, 28, October 5, 19, 26, November 2
ALL are welcome!
Register NOW: stpeterkirkwood.org
search “Parenting Class”
“This was life changing & invaluable.”
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“I will absolutely recommend this class to my friends!”
September 6, 2015
ROOM AT THE INN
St. Peter hosted 8 guests on Friday evening, August 21 and Saturday morning, August 22. We opened our doors to 5 adults and 3
children in need of a place to stay. Thank you to the following
people who brought food or helped in some other way: Brian
Fitzgerald, Judy Jackson, Chris & Nancy Hartrich, Carol Bouchard, Rita Hennessey, Liz Alexander, Brett & Laurie Russell,
Anne Loida, Leslie Weinberg, Sara Bevins, Patty Boyd, Mike &
Joan Turnure, and Kelly Andel.
St. Peter hosts clients from Room at the Inn on the third Friday of
every month! We always welcome new helpers. Please call Joan
Turnure at 221-7408 or email her at [email protected] if you
would like to know more about this ministry.
To sign-up to help or bring food, go to http://
www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0949A5A62FA46-stpeters.
Compliance with the Archdiocesan Safe Environment Program is
required to host (5:30 to 8:30 pm) or stay overnight but not to
provide food or clean up. Thank you!
THANK YOU FROM ST. PATRICK CENTER
As Catholics, we are called to embrace the attitude of Jesus as
"servant to the poor". St. Patrick Center extends a heartfelt thanks
to everyone who participated in and volunteered for the Back-toSchool Backpack Giveaway. With your help St. Peter collected
47 backpacks and the program provided more than 1,800 new
backpacks and school supplies for children in need. May the
Lord continue to bless our faith community. Thank you!
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September 6, 2015
ST. PETER MEN’S GROUP
YOU ARE
Presents: Scripture Study
MATTHEW: THE KING AND HIS KINGDOM
A CATHOLIC BIBLE STUDY PROGRAM
CORDIALLY INVITED
TO ATTEND THE NEXT
ST. PETER ACTS RETREAT!
Matthew: The King and His Kingdom is a Catholic Bible study
that brings the history of Christ to life through Matthew’s Gospel.
You will see Jesus as the awaited Messiah who fulfills the promises and prophecies of the Old Testament, establishes the New
Law, and inaugurates the Kingdom of Heaven.
Join the men and women of
St. Peter Parish
for a weekend of
Faith, Fun and Fellowship.
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What was Christ’s mission, really, and what does He
mean when He talks about the “Kingdom of
Heaven”?
Set in the rich context of Jesus’ life, Matthew shows
us who Jesus is and what His life and teachings mean
for us today.
Enhance your knowledge of Scripture by studying its
history and background.
This exciting study will bring the Gospel to life and
draw you closer to Christ.
This parish-based retreat offers the opportunity to renew your spirituality, to strengthen your faith and its
application in your daily life, and to build lasting friendships in your community. It is presented by your fellow parishioners with spiritual direction from our parish
priests.
The Women’s Retreat will take place
September 10-13.
The Men’s Retreat will take place
September 24-27.
“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in
the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.”
Matthew 28:19
To register for these retreats, please contact
Christy Patritti at 314-822-1347 or e-mail her at
[email protected]
You can also register online at:
http://www.stpeterkirkwood.org/MinistryIndex/
ParishMinistries/ACTSRetreat/ACTSRegistration.aspx.
Program Format: Light home reading of scripture, group DVD
lessons and discussion. Program extends for 24 sessions and
meets every other week.
Join us for our 1st session:
When: Monday, Sept. 14th, 2015
Where: STP School Dining Hall
Time: 7:30 – 9:00 pm
Coordinators: Jeff Coleman, Terry McHugh and Jeff Vann
If you plan to attend, please let us know by Sept. 10, 2015.
Email us at: [email protected]
SISTER OF ST. PETER CLAVER CONVENT - GALA
The Sisters of St. Peter Claver Convent, whose first North American Convent has been in St Louis over 50 yrs, are inviting you to
participate in their First Annual Gala for their missionary activities around the world, on Thursday, September 10 at the
Frontenac Hilton. For more info please contact Molly McCann at
[email protected].
READINGS
Sunday:
Monday:
Tuesday:
Wednesday:
Thursday:
Friday:
Saturday:
Next Sunday:
FOR THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 6, 2015
Is 35:4-7a/Jas 2:1-5/Mk 7:31-37
Col 1:24--2:3/Lk 6:6-11
Mi 5:1-4a or Rom 8:28-30/Mt 1:1-16, 18-23
or 1:18-23
Col 3:1-11/Lk 6:20-26
Col 3:12-17/Lk 6:27-38
1 Tm 1:1-2, 12-14/Lk 6:39-42
1 Tm 1:15-17/Lk 6:43-49
Is 50:5-9a/Jas 2:14-18/Mk 8:27-35
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September 6, 2015
RCIA - RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION OF ADULTS
EUCHARISTIC ADORATION
"To come to the Eucharist to adore is not to flee the real
world for religious things - it is to penetrate the center of
all that is most real."
RCIA SESSIONS BEGIN:
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 at 10 AM in Ursuline Hall.
WHAT IS THE RCIA? RCIA is the Rite of Christian Initiation
of Adults, a process (often called a “journey of faith”) aimed at
welcoming others into our Catholic family through reflection on
the experiences of their lives, the messages of sacred Scripture,
and the teachings and doctrines of the Catholic Church.
-Fr. Ronald Lawler, OFM, CA
PLEASE NOTE: Eucharistic Adoration scheduled Holy
Hours will not be held tomorrow, Monday,
September 7th due to the Labor Day holiday.
Eucharistic Adoration will resume at 6:00 a.m. on
Tuesday, September 8th.
WHO TAKES THIS “FAITH JOURNEY”?
 An unbaptized person interested in learning about the
Catholic faith.
 Persons baptized in other Christian faiths, who are seeking to learn more about the Catholic Church and feel
God calling them to become Catholic.
 Catholics, who are baptized, but did not complete their
sacraments of initiation (Eucharist and Confirmation).
As always, thank you for your faithfulness in prayer!
The following Holy Hours are in need of an adorer:
Monday 3:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday 6:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m.
Friday 2:00 p.m. 9:00 p.m.
Please call Kathy Fotouhi, 821-4347.
WHAT IF I AM NOT SURE I WANT TO BECOME
CATHOLIC BUT WANT TO LEARN ABOUT CATHOLIC
TEACHINGS AND PRACTICES? The RCIA journey respects
each participant’s faith experience and their individual faith development timetable. Those “inquiring” into the Catholic faith
meet with other inquirers, faith community members, and RICA
team members, at informal sessions. Friends and family members
are also welcome to attend.
AMAZINGLY AWESOME BLOOD DRIVE!
There are SOOOO many people to thank for the amazingly awesome blood drive on Sunday, August 23rd:
 The SEVENTY-ONE donors who came out to produce
SIXTY-FIVE red cells and 5 units of platelets!
 The American Heritage Girls who set up the drive, and Lyn
Berglar and Mary McEvoy who staffed the canteen!
 Msgr. Jack and the rest of the St. Peter staff who supported
the drive!
 Frank Kane of Citizen Kane’s Steakhouse, Bob Menendez
of Sunset 44 Bistro, and Emma Rosenow of Billy G’s; they
all chipped in gift certificates for the Bring-A-Buddy campaign!
 McArthur’s Bakery for their delicious offerings!
WHAT DO YOU “STUDY”? RCIA is MORE ABOUT FAITH
“FORMATION” than information. Resource materials are provided, videos are used where applicable, but the “heart” of RCIA
is developing a relationship with Jesus and conversion. It is more
about how we change from behaviors and attitudes that are selfcentered, to actions and choices which come from forming a relationship with a compassionate and loving God and Savior.
We are truly blessed with so many people who are so giving…
LITERALLY!
WHAT DO YOU LEARN ABOUT IN RCIA SESSIONS?
Sessions include topics such as Jesus Christ, the Trinity, Sacred
Scripture and Tradition, the seven Sacraments, our Catholic
Mass, how we pray, the Church calendar, the Virgin Mary, moral
decision making and the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church.
Finally, to all the above, my thanks…and the thanks of the over
TWO HUNDRED patients in St. Louis area hospitals who were
helped by this great blood drive. It’s the best drive we’ve had
since…I’m not sure when…at least the last 10 years!
HOW/WHERE DO I BEGIN THE RCIA PROCESS? You begin the process by contacting Linda Doyle at 314-822-1347 or at
[email protected].
Let’s do this again, shall we? Next drive is:
Sunday, November 1st
(No rest for the weary!)
ST. VINCENT DEPAUL
St. Peter Parish has a rich tradition of loving God through love of
our neighbor. With your financial help, St. Vincent dePaul during April, May and June was able to assist 76 families totaling
$13, 653 in aid for food, electricity, gas, water and rent. Unfortunately, calls into our help line are unending and we continue to
need your support to provide basic living necessities to those
reaching out to us.
Please:
 Regularly contribute using the blue SVDP collection envelopes mailed to you.
 Place donations into the SVDP collection boxes located at
church entrances.
 Support the Kirkcare food pantry.
If you need help, or know of someone who does within our parish
boundaries, please call our help line 314-289-6101 ext. 2220.
ROOM AT THE INN’S CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT
TO BENEFIT THE HOMELESS
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Room at the Inn invites you to stand up for the homeless women,
children and families of the St. Louis area and, in so doing, receive
recognition for your participation in our First Annual Golf Outing for
Room at the Inn. The event is a collaboration between Webster
Groves Christian Church and Westborough Country Club to raise
awareness and support for the homeless in the area. The First Annual Charity Golf Outing for Room at the Inn will be held at the
Westborough Country Club, on Monday, October 5, 2015, beginning at 10 a.m. With the involvement of nearly 60 interfaith congregations, including your own, Room at the Inn offers temporary, emergency shelter for women and families, up to 20 people each night.
All proceeds from the golf tournament will benefit the homeless of
St. Louis County. The cost is $150 per golfer or $600 per foursome.
To purchase tickets (by Sept. 21), or to find out about our sponsorship opportunities, or donating to the auction, contact Colleen Price
at 314-209-9181, or in our website, www.roomstl.org/events.
September 6, 2015
ST. PETER YOGA FUSION CLASS
The TUESDAY night class is taught by Catherine Enslin of St.
Peter Parish. Catherine is an AFAA certified group fitness instructor and an ACE certified personal trainer.
Please pray for the safety and well being of the following loved
ones of our parishioners who have been called to military service:
US Army Chief Warrant Officer 2, Cpl. John R. Weber, III, USMC,
Major Matthew Kelly,
Michael C. Wood, Army, Airman Joseph Sidlo,
M/Sgt Don Haga, A/C Christine Haga, Sgt. Erik Thompson,
Warrant Officer Alicia G. Mejia-Adkins, Sgt. 1st Class Michael
Adkins, US Army Capt. Nicholas Jablonski, USMC, Sgt. Mark Nitz,
USMC, Major Mark Jackson, IV, Captain Jeremy Reynolds, US
Army, Pfc. Josh P. Stack, Capt. Christopher Moskoff, US Army,
Michael Backer, 2nd Lieutenant, U.S. Marine Corps, Captain
Robert Winkler, US Army, Lt. Kevin Jackson, LT CPL. Thomas
Weber, USMC, LCPL. E. Conor Decker, Major Joseph G. Skryd,
USMC and Conner Hardesty, USMC.
Date: Tuesdays, September 1, 8, 15,22, 29
Time: 5:30 to 6:30pm
Cost: $25 for 5 week session
Drop in classes are $8.00.
Class minimum - 10 people signed up on a
monthly basis to continue classes.
Location: Msgr. Deutschmann Room
For questions contact Barb Michael with Optimal Lifestyles, Inc.
at 314-984-0592.
The THURSDAY night class is taught by Mary Beth Wilczak.
Mary Beth is an AFAA certified group fitness instructor.
Date: Thursdays, September 3, 10, 17, 24
Time: 5:30 to 6:30pm
Cost: $20 for 4 week session
Drop in classes are $8.00
Class minimum – 8 people signed up on a monthly
basis to continue the Thursday classes.
Location: Msgr. Deutschmann Room
Names will remain on the pray for the sick list for 4 weeks then
automatically be deleted. To be included on this new list, you
need to call the Parish Office 966-8600. A call to the Rectory
Office is necessary to request additional weeks.
John Kindschuh (2)
John Menousek (4)
Harold Brown (4)
Trish Martin (4)
Bob & Susanne Griffen (4)
Elaine Lee (3)
Diana Williams (2)
Carol Allgeyer (2)
Pat Pollman (2)
Anne Marlowe (1)
For questions contact Barb Michael with Optimal Lifestyles, Inc.
at 314-984-0592.
TAI CHI CLASSES ARE BEGINNING AGAIN!
Tai Chi has proven benefits of improved balance, lowered blood
pressure, improved immune system, and improved mood. Classes
will be held Thursday mornings beginning on Sept. 24th at
9:00 am in Ursuline Hall, just east of the church. Classes are just
$5, pay as you go, and last one hour. Dress comfortably. No
need to register. Bring a friend or make a friend. You'll enjoy
this soothing meditation in motion!
WEDDING BANNS
(2) Christina Mudd & Paul Castellano.
TOGETHER AT BAPTISM
August 30, 2015
TREASURE REPORT AT-A-GLANCE
Alexander Robert John, son of Stephen & Sara
John.
“Be doers of the word and not hearers only...”
(James 1:22)
What do you do to live God’s word? Do you share your time in
prayer with God? Do you use your talent to help those in need?
Are you generous with your financial resources? If not, what are
you waiting for?
Offertory for August 30, 2015
Total Parishioners Receiving Envelopes
2093
Envelopes Returned
$18,921.
Loose Donations
$ 1,646.
Weekend of August 22/23 Total
$20,567.
Auto Debit Weekly Allocation
$ 7,053.
Prepaid Contribution Weekly Allocation
$ 1,487.
Online Giving Weekly Allocation
$ 963.
Total Actual
$30,070.
July Weekly Budget
$31,186.
Over/Under
<$ 1,116.>
LIVE LIVELY –
TRY SQUARE DANCING FOR THE HEALTH OF IT
Intro to Square Dance (sponsored by Singles & Doubles Square
Dance Club) http://www.singlesanddoubles.org/.
Free intro classes begin on Wednesday, September 9, 2015, at
Christ Lutheran Church, One Selma Ave, (at Lockwood)…near
Webster Groves H.S.in Webster Groves. We’ll meet weekly on
Wednesdays, 7:30 PM - 9:30 pm. The first 3 classes (9/9, 9/16,
and 9/23) are free; then they will be $2/class. Both couples and
singles are welcome. No experience required…wear casual
clothes…expect good exercise and mental stimulation and fellowship. Contact: Susan 314-909-0393, [email protected]
or Eunice 636-861-6943; email [email protected].
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